The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Newtown
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Newtown is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Newtown will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Newtown every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberystwyth to Newtown
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Newtown among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 54 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Newtown
Trains from Aberystwyth to Newtown run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 22:29 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Newtown trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Newtown from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberystwyth to Newtown train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth to Newtown by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newtown, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Aberystwyth and Newtown
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 17:40 Saturday 07:15 - 17:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located within the Main Station Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at side of the station opposite the station taxi rank
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) via Brimmon Lane. There is a camber at the end of the lane leading onto the platform and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the top of the station entrance ramp
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is outside the entrance of the station on the right.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance / opposite the supermarket
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